1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 26 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 166 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |