1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Urraco | 159 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |