1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus M250 weights approximately 45 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | M250 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
