1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
