1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 46 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 407 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulia | Fit |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |