1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 23 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 365 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, 1988 Dodge Colt, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulia | Colt |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |