2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 156 | 109 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |