1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Austin 7
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 145 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
