1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1952 Austin A 70
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1952 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |
