1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger 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 1972 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Charger | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2634 mm |