1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulia | Accord |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |