2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 31 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 166 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 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 |
