1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 212 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
