1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 190 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 GTV | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | GTV | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
