1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulia | Prelude |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |