1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | 17 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |