2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 155 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 156 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
