1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfetta | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
