2005 Acura MDX vs. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 71 L |
