1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 21 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 248 kg more than 1966 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
