1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 144 L |
