1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1971 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1971 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1971 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dardo | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
