1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V, 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 CR-V (180 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |