2001 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
