1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 33 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
