1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1970 Austin 1800
To start off, 1970 Austin 1800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 1800 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1970 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
