1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 53 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 2011 Dodge Dakota
Make Alfa Romeo Dodge
Model Giulietta Dakota
Year Released 1958 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 76 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74.1 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 83 L


 

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