1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 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) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 40 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 90 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
