1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 39 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 515 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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma 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 | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 1750 | Croma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |