1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | Spider | Tickford |
Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 185 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |