1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 193 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | 2000 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2673 mm |
