1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 145 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
