1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1956 Austin A 95
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 95. 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 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 | 1956 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
