1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 558 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
