1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1997 Lexus SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | Giulietta | SC |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |