1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Lexus LX
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Giulia | LX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
