2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 132 L |