1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1985 Dodge 600
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 and 1985 Dodge 600 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1985 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 90 | 600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |