1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1953 Austin A 30
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1953 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
