1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfetta | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 26 L |
