1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1970 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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 1750 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
