1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 2600 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
