2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
Model | 159 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |