1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Giulia | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 93 L |
