2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 941 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Durango | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 71 L |
