1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 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 85 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 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 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 164 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
