1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
