2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 159 | 88 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |