1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1972 AMC Javelin
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 163 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1972 AMC Javelin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 2000 | Javelin |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
