1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000

To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1961 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Austin A 40 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
Make Austin Alfa Romeo
Model A 40 2000
Year Released 1961 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 36 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1178 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 71 L


 

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