1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 113 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2000 | 2-Litre |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
