1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 912 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Viper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
