1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 9 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2008 Mazda B4000 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda B4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Dardo | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
