1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 467 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |