1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Austin A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | A |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 34 L |
