1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 173 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |