1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
