1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 21 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 540 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.
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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus SC 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 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Giulia | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
