1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 1999 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 1999 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sonoma | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
