2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 735 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Today |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |