2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | Spider | Tickford |
Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |