1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 41 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1999 Honda Z, 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 1999 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |