1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1951 Austin A
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 645 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1951 Austin A | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | A |
Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |