1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 90 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
