1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit 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 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 Honda Fit 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 Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 41 L |
