1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 23 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Alpine | Plymouth |
| Model | A 610 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
