1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 47 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 788 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 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 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | F-450 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 144 L |