1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulia | Fit |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |