1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus 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 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
