1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 810 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 35 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |