1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 42 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |