1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
