1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1984 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Charger weights approximately 48 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Charger, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulia | Charger |
Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |