1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1984 Dodge Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt, 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, 1984 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Colt 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 | 1984 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
