1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 70 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
