1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 760 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 30 | GT |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |