1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Austin-Healey 100

To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1957 Austin-Healey 100
Make Alfa Romeo Austin-Healey
Model Giulietta 100
Year Released 1954 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2639 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 79.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 166 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 54 L


 

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