1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
