1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 998 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Pilot |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |