1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1969 Austin 1300
To start off, 1969 Austin 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 1300 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1969 Austin 1300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTA | 1300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 36 L |