1980 Alfa Romeo 179 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 (177 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 179 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 26 L |
