1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 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 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 146 | Dart |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |