1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
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 Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Giulia | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
