1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 570 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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 1994 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
