1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 843 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.
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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | 1750 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |