1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E 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 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 5 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E 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 Tata E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 75 | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
