1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart 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 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Dart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
