1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1975 Austin 1800
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1975 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTA | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
