1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1945 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | 16 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
