1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 23 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Dodge Omni (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Omni |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 49 L |