1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 1973 Chrysler Valiant has manual transmission. 1973 Chrysler Valiant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 75 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
