1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | Alfetta | P140 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |