1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 42 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 890 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar 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 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
