1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | Exige |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
