1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 23 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 334 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 155 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1374 kg |
