1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 6 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
