1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 173 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
| Model | 1900 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
