1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 75 | A |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
