1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 54 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2004 Saturn Vue, 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, 2004 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Vue 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 | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
| Model | 1900 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
