2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GT | A 90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |