1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 669 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1750 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |