1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1954 Austin A 90
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1954 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Alfasud | A 90 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |