2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1975 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1975 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 159 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
