2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 41 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 660 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTV | A 35 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |