1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | GT | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
