1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 340 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 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
