1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
