1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | SZ | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
