1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Giulia | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
