1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Dodge Conquest

To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 270 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.

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 Conquest, 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 Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest 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 Conquest
Make Alfa Romeo Dodge
Model Giulia Conquest
Year Released 1974 1984
Engine Size 1290 cc 2555 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2450 mm


 

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