1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 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. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Dakota |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |