1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1948 Austin A 40
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 290 kg more than 1948 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 SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1948 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | SZ | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
