1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 172 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | Spider | 3000 Mk II |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 27 L |