1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 20 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 700 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio 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 | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | 75 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
