1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1952 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Sprint | 100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
