1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
