1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 36 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Allion weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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, 2004 Toyota Allion, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1750 | Allion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
