1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 204 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang 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 | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
