1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 58 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 37 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
