1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Giulia | 100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
