1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 11 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 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 | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Dardo | H1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
