1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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 (211 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | Caimano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
