1959 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 890 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1959 Austin 7 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 7 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |