2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 1959 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 166 | A 95 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
