1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, both vehicles can yield 142 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Alfetta | Laser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
