1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 485 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1900 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
