1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 26 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 713 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.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara 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 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 75 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
