1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 316 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 33 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
