1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 75 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
