1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport

To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 664 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
Make Alfa Romeo Pontiac
Model 1750 Trans Sport
Year Released 1967 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 2260 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 185 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1702 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 76 L


 

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