1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 760 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 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
