2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper 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 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 394 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 186 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Viper | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 161 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 | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
