1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 34 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 478 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Spirit |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |