1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2130 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
