1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 61 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 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 100 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 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster 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 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | 1900 | Duster |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 168 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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2673 mm |