1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | Giulia | SC |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |