1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 639 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
