1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is newer by 8 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 780 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, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 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 | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Coupe | Dodge 3700 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |