1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 60 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 536 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, 2010 Honda CR-V, 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2010 Honda CR-V 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 2010 Honda CR-V
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model 1900 CR-V
Year Released 1950 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 218 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2619 mm


 

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