1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
