1957 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
Model | P4 | 159 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |