1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V 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, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
