1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 21 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | SZ | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |