1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Berlina | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
