1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 460 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, 1998 Honda CR-V, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulia | CR-V |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |