1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 702 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 90 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
