1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Plymouth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Valiant | 146 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |