1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 322 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | S500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
