1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 350 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
