1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 166 | A 35 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 26 L |