1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 40 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1507 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango 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 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulia | Durango |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 102 L |