1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 560 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon 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 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Falcon |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |