1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 70 | 147 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |