2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1991 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 520 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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 GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Alfa Romeo GTV 1991 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GTV Accord
Year Released 2009 1991
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 237 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86.4 mm
Top Speed 255 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2810 mm