1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 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 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 115 L |
