1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Consul |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
