1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 206 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 75 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |