1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 90 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
