1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 34 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 549 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART 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 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfasud | DART |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |