2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | 156 | Tickford |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |