2006 Acura RL vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | Giulia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 46 L |
