1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 419 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 485 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper 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 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
