1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 146 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
