1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1961 Austin A 60
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 72 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 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1961 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfetta | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
