1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 40 | 156 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |