1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1971 Dodge Dart 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 1971 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 145 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
