1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |