1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 493 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
