1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Giulia | LM |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
