1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1954 Austin A 40
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1976 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1954 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
