1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Dardo | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
