1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Giulia | LR2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |