1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 40 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164, 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 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 164 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
