1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 44 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 430 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, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 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 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 1900 | 928 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |