1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 7 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | 2600 | 100 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |