1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 145 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
