1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.

Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Dardo Tundra
Year Released 1998 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.3 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3700 mm


 

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