2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
