1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 701 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Dakota |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |