1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 946 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
