1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 592 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
