2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1951 Austin A 110
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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 Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1951 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 34 L |
