1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | GTA |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
