1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Arna | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
