1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 60 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 90 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
