1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. 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 124 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Dardo | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |