1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Ford GT 40 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 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 125 L |