1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 26 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 7 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead 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 | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
