1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 599 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 246 kg more than 1957 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Viper |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 8424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 670 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 913 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 345 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |