1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 72 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
