1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1952 Austin A 30

To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alfa Romeo 146 1952 Austin A 30
Make Alfa Romeo Austin
Model 146 A 30
Year Released 1999 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1370 cc 803 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64.9 mm 76 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 3470 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 48 L


 

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