1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 164 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
