1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1982 Dodge Omni is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 180 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Omni |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1716 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |