1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 65 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Dardo | Versa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2601 mm |
