2007 Acura RDX vs. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RDX | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
