1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 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), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 906 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
