1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 23 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Viper | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1080 kg |
