1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1987 Holden Astra

To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1987 Holden Astra were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (95 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Holden Astra. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1987 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Astra.

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