1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfasud | Dakota |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |