1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 212 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
