1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Nuvola | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
