1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 632 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotec |
| Model | 90 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |
