1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 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 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Dardo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
