1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 995 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 Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | Ridgeline |
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 | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |