2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Phantom | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
