1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 37 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 106 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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Stream |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
