1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 62 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1573 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon 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 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | 1900 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |