1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
