2002 Acura EL vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura EL weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1985 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | EL | 75 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |