1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1949 Austin A 70
To start off, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1949 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
