1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfa 6 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
