1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1959 Austin A 99 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 1900 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
