1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Alfetta | A 55 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |