1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 90 | 1900 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |