1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 2000 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 29 L |