1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | 600 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |