1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 38 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 570 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (298 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Trans Sport | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
