1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Giulia | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
