1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 75 | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
