1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Sprint | A 40 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |