1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | Spider | Tickford |
Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |