1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1986 Dodge Omni is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Omni (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Omni weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Omni, 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, 1986 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1986 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Omni |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |