1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1350 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.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
