1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 59 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 250 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 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 1900 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
