2009 Audi A8 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (540 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A8 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
