1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 143 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
