1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 50 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 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1900 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
