1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | Giulia | 100 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |