1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Giulietta | GX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
