1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1947 Austin A 110
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1947 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
