1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 40 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
