1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 3 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 135 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Dardo | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
