1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 434 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
