1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 40 | Arna |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
