1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 30 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
