1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 20 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), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 590 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria 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 | 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
