1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 457 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
