1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 51 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Caliber (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
