1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 34 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 390 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
