1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, both 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1973 Honda 1300 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 153 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulia | 1300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |