1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 54 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1140 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
