1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 90 | 166 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |