1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 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 23 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | GT | 3000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |