1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 90 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 71 L |