1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Aspen | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |