1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 53 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 797 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Dodge Charger 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. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Charger |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |