2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900

To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 220 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Because 1952 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 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Transit Connect 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
Make Ford Alfa Romeo
Model Transit Connect 1900
Year Released 2004 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1752 cc 1884 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2710 mm


 

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