1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 33 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |