1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1491 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
