1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1952 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 26 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 234 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | GTV | 100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
