1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 20 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1900 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
