1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 18 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 75 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
