1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 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 90 (176 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vega | 90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
