1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 93 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Giulietta | A 40 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 29 L |