1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1964 Austin A 110
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1964 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
