1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Sprint | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
