1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1949 Austin 16
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1949 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 145 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
