1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Dardo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3246 mm |