1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
