1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 Honda Accord

To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Because 1984 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1994 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Giulietta Accord
Year Released 1984 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 2156 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 198 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 95 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm


 

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