1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 553 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 33 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
