1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 469 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Voyager 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
Make Plymouth Alfa Romeo
Model Voyager 2000
Year Released 1996 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1337 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2730 mm


 

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