1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Sprint | Ram |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
