1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 42 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 138 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 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 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | E-150 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |