1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 40 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Giulia | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
