1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
