1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 34 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 185 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, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto 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 1990 Honda Concerto
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Giulietta Concerto
Year Released 1956 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 111 HP
Torque 95 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 875 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2560 mm


 

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