1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Arna | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
