1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 63 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 813 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.

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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER
Make Alfa Romeo Dodge
Model 1900 CHARGER
Year Released 1950 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 353 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1813 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3052 mm


 

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