1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 75 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
