1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit is newer by 25 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 686 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1991 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
