1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Kingswood | 159 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |