1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1981 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 398 kg more than 1966 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon 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 | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Falcon |
Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |