1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 219 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | Giulietta | 100 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
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 | 851 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 | 50 L | 109 L |