1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 382 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord 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 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
