1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 259 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1359 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
