1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
