1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Giulia | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
