1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 494 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |