1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1985 Dodge Charger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Charger weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1969 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Charger, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Charger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
