1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | CRX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
