1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 38 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1750 | 156 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |