1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 146 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
