1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cambridge | 159 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
