1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 5 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1900 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
