1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 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 50 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 186 kg more than 1959 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Alfasud | A 35 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 26 L |