1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1969 Austin 1300
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 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 34 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1969 Austin 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 146 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |
