1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 24 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster 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 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tesla |
| Model | 90 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2352 mm |
