1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 156 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
