1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1980 Porsche 924 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 924 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 2000 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
