1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2004 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Dakota |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |