1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 16 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 530 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota MR2 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 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 75 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |