1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 10 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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 | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Dardo | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
