1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 100 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
