1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
