1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 539 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |