1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1986 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 610 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.
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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1986 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | 75 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3400 mm |
