1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |