1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Dardo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
