1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo and 1998 Opel Tigra 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Dardo | Tigra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |