1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1965 Austin A 60
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1965 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 145 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
