1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 1300 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | 1300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |