1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 388 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 75 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |