1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 43 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 550 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 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, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max 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 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | C-Max |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2788 mm |