1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulia | Mirada |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |