1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 55 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model 75 Colorado
Year Released 1986 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1206 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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