1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1956 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1956 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1900 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 159 L |
