1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | CRX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
