1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Dodge Journey

To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2012 Dodge Journey
Make Alfa Romeo Dodge
Model Giulietta Journey
Year Released 1960 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4887 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1765 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 78 L


 

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