1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 40 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 102 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1998 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 1998 Plymouth Prowler
Make Alfa Romeo Plymouth
Model 2000 Prowler
Year Released 1958 1998
Body Type Convertible Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 115 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.9:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1178 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 46 L


 

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