1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Ford Laser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Laser |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |