1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
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 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. 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 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
