1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Dardo | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2764 mm |
