1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
