1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 150 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | SZ | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
