2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 147 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
