1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 46 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 145 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
