1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 98 L |
