1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 435 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
