1991 Acura Legend vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Legend | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
