1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Element |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |