1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 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) has 384 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 60 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
