1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 428 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
