1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 634 kg more than 1958 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Viper |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |