1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 90 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
