1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 400 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 90 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 | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
