1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 950 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1952 Austin A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
