1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
