1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 326 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
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 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 75 | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
