1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 57 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 656 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 1955 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream, 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, 2012 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | Stream |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
