1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1972 Ford Custom is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 799 kg more than 1963 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom 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 | 1972 Ford Custom | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Custom |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |