1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Alfetta | Defender |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 93 L |
