1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
