1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 75 | GTA |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |
