1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 497 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Giulia | IS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
