1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1373 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 132 L |
