1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 901 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GTA | Durango |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 102 L |