1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2005 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Giulietta Accord
Year Released 1983 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 65 L