1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
