1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
