1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 953 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan 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 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
