1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 325 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | 75 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
