1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP) has 458 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 648 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Viper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 8275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 510 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |