1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1959 Austin 7
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1959 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 75 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
