1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 55 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 184 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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2011 Honda Jazz
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Giulietta Jazz
Year Released 1956 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 77 HP
Torque 112 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 166 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 864 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 42 L


 

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