1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 727 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 1750 | Biscayne |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |