1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 39 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 960 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Giulia | RX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
