1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1961 Austin A
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 65 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1961 Austin A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 90 | A |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
