1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 1 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2010 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
