2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 166 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
