1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 845 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 82 L |
