1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 461 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulia | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |