1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
