1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo and 1998 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Dardo | S-MX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |