1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1974 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 684 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1974 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Coupe | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
