1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfetta | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
