1965 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 650 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Honda S600 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 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S600 | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 242 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 Weight | 705 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |