1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | SZ | Dart |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |