1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 28 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 218 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element 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 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulietta | Element |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
