1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfasud | Dart |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |