1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1758 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 1900 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
