1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 375 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Econovan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |