1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 75 | Vito |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
