1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica 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 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1750 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
