1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 392 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 25 L |
