1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 130 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTA | A 35 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 26 L |