1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1971 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1971 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick 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 | 1971 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
