1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
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 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | 75 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
