1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1949 Austin A 40
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1949 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Alfasud | A 40 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |