1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 30 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Econoline 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 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
