1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Giulia | 100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
