1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Austin A 60
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 152 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 1968 Austin A 60. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
