1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 112 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 Fit, 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 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
