2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 50 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Dart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
