1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 39 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 135 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, 2013 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 (190 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
