1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 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 39 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Dardo | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
