1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 719 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
