1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1990 Venturi Coupe 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 1990 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
| Model | Dardo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
