1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 63 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 680 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 1900 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 569 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |