1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 960 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (235 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Durango |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 102 L |
