1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 75 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
