2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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 (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
