1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 38 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 795 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, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1997 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Legend |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |