1952 Alfa Romeo GP 159 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, both 1952 Alfa Romeo GP 159 and 1952 Austin A 40 were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo GP 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo GP 159 (421 HP @ 9300 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo GP 159 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo GP 159.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo GP 159 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GP 159 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
