1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2012 Ford Falcon 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. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Dardo | Falcon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2838 mm |