2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1960 Austin A 99
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
