1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1741 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Giulia | Discovery |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 88 L |