1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
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 GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GT | A 40 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 34 L |