1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 555 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Viper | 2000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 670 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 913 Nm | 152 Nm |
Top Speed | 345 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |