1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1957 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Caimano | 100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
