1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 40 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
