1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
