1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
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 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 90 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1405 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 |
