1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 24 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |