1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 486 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V, 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 CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| 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 | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
