1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo 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 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Dardo | Indigo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |