1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 606 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Ford GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | GT |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 66 L |