1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2320 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion 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 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
