2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 156 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
