1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
