1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1971 Datsun 240Z is newer by 21 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1971 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Datsun 240Z 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 | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | 1900 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2300 mm |
