1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
Because 1978 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX, 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | CRX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
