1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 90 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
