1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2609 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 167 L |
