1975 Ford Torino vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Torino | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
