1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1948 Austin A 70
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1948 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfa 6 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
