1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 11 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada 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 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Granada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
