1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfasud (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfasud | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
