1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
