1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 502 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
