1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 56 kg more than 1952 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
