1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka, 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, 2009 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Ka |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |