1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 13 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 75 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
