1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1953 Austin A 70
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1953 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 90 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
