2001 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 45 kg more than 2001 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |