1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | 2600 | Tickford |
Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |