1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
