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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 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 40 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 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 | 2492 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |