1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1952 Austin A 30
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 460 kg more than 1952 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1952 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfetta | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 48 L |
