1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 44 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 225 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, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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, 2000 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda HR-V 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 | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |
