1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfetta | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
