1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 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 Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Escape |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
