1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 55 | GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
