1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Alfasud | A 40 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |