2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1967 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 728 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1967 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
