1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
