1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 745 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
