1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 50 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 840 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.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
