1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 633 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 596 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Alfa Romeo Lotec
Model 75 Testa de Oro
Year Released 1989 1996
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1567 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1656 kg


 

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