1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 75 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
