1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 213 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Cambridge | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
