2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Legend |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |