1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Exige 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 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | Exige |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
