1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Dardo | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
