1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1953 Austin A 30
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1953 Austin A 30 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTV6 | A 30 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 28 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |