1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 53 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 644 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 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Element |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |