1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 83 L |
