1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 445 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 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 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 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 33 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |