1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle, 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, both vehicles can yield 112 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |