1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 56 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 456 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic 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 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
