1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1969 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1750 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
