1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 164 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Ka (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka 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 Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Ka |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |