1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1948 Austin A 40
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1948 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1948 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfasud | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
