2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 28 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 147 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
