1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 295 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 1900 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
