1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Porsche 944 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 944 weights approximately 265 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, 1987 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 944 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 | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 1750 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
