1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 36 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 208 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 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |
