1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta 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 78 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
