1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1964 Austin A 60
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 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) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1964 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
