1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 26 L |
