1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 (346 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 930 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | GP 158 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
