1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
