1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 253 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
