1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Dart | 164 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
