1987 Holden Camira vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Camira | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Camira | 75 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
