1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | 1750 | 3000 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |