1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 31 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
