1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 254 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Daimler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Conquest | 146 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
