1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 72 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 133 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
