1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1949 Austin 16
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1949 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | 16 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
