1951 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. Both 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C and 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford are equipped with a 2,443 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 130 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 6C | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
