1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT

To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 6 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Alfa Romeo 90 1969 Alfa Romeo GT
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model 90 GT
Year Released 1985 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 22.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 50 L


 

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