1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Dart | 164 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |