1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
