1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1972 Ford LTD is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 645 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | LTD |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
