1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | RZ | Dart |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
