1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 21 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 2007 Dodge Nitro 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. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 75 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
