1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1957 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 177 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1957 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 1750 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
