2008 Acura RDX vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RDX | Giulia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
