1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1986 Dodge Daytona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
