1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159 (421 HP @ 9300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1998 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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.
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1956 Alfa Romeo GP 159 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GP 159 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 9300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2708 kg |