1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 1959 Austin A 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 2000 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |