1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1949 Austin A 70
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 30 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 20 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1949 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfetta | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
