1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1884 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | F-250 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 144 L |