1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Indy | 159 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
