1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 145 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1979 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Omni |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 53 L |