1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 568 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | A 40 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |