1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1970 Austin 1800
To start off, both 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA and 1970 Austin 1800 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 1800 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1970 Austin 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTA | 1800 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |