1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | C |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |