2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 423 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Viper | 1900 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |