1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, both 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano and 1971 Plymouth Barracuda were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 357 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Caimano | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |