1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulia | Durango |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 102 L |
