1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 41 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 602 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
