1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1750 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 109 L |
