1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 53 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 753 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 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 20 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 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 | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotec |
| Model | 1900 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
