1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Dardo | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
