1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 44 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1806 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape 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 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Escape |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
