1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 1978 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Civic (53 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 197 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic.
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, 1978 Honda Civic, 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 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |