2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 85 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Dart |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |