1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 517 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfetta | Viper |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |