2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
