1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2534 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 167 L |
