1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1996 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 1996 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 28 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 153 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 1996 Hyundai Elantra
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model 1750 Elantra
Year Released 1968 1996
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1233 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2560 mm


 

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