1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | GT | Duster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2673 mm |