1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1949 Austin A 70
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1949 Austin A 70 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 1949 Austin A 70. 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.
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1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1949 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Alfasud | A 70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |