1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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 Fusion (233 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
