1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 530 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1900 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
