1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Triumph TR7. 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
