1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 671 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3330 mm |
