1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Austin A 30
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
