1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Alfetta | Valiant |
Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |