1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1928 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 115 L |
