1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1105 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.

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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Alfa Romeo Oldsmobile
Model 1900 Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1950 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 7446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 498 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5900 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3230 mm


 

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