2002 Acura TL vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 37 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 644 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura TL, 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Giulia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
