1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 47 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 654 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
