1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Austin A 60
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 42 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Spider (157 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
