1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 896 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
