1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 291 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, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1131 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |