1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 212 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Fusion |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |