1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 122 kg more than 1953 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, both vehicles can yield 144 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Giulietta | 100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
