1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1784 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
