2005 Acura EL vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | EL | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |